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Dear friends and members, You are probably by now familiar with the latest UK residential care home scandal that has come to light over the last few days. The cruel and degrading treatment of vulnerable people with autism at the Mendip House is all the more shocking because the care…

Our charity is deeply concerned and saddened at the suffering endured by individuals with autism at Mendip House care home, as detailed in the recently published report from the Somerset Safeguarding Adults Board. The harrowing report should be mandatory reading for anyone who cares for or earns a living caring…

Due to a huge demand this event has been moved to a large conference room, and additional tickets have been released – please follow the link at the bottom of this page to book your ticket/s. A half-day event exploring the role of the immune system and mast cells in…

“Beyond the personal toll, the economic costs of autism in the U.S. have been estimated at between $300 billion and $500 billion a year. Our lack of answers has a high price tag.” A Wall Street Journal Article discussing the past, present and future of autism research funding, and sharing…

An osteopathic approach to gastrointestinal symptoms in autism: Visceral osteopathy for children and adults with autism suffering from gastrointestinal dysfunction Dr Ioná Bramati-Castellarin Ph.D, B.Sc.(Hons) Ost Med D.O, N.D. Dr Bramati graduated from the British College of Osteopathy in 2001 has been practicing visceral osteopathy at IBCcare for the past 16 years. She…

We are delighted to announce that our TA iNFORM Issue 2 Professionals Newsletter covering the very latest developments in autism research and clinical practice is now out. The newsletter is aimed at healthcare professionals but parents too can benefit from the information. The newsletter includes articles on very latest development in…

Groundbreaking research has identified a potential new treatment for the core symptoms of autism. Results released today from an N of One: Autism Research Foundation supported small clinical trial in boys with autism may represent one of the most dramatic advances in autism yet. The findings offer both a new…

PRESS RELEASE: London, UK – To mark World Autism Awareness Day, our charity Treating Autism has launched a new campaign, “In Pain, Can’t Explain”, to draw attention to shocking evidence that many children and adults with autism are suffering as a result of neglect of their medical needs. Treating Autism…

Up to 40% of all individuals with autism develop epilepsy at some point in their lives. Epilepsy is the leading cause of premature death in autism. Even in the absence of a clinical seizure disorder, a large majority – up to 80% – of children and adults with autism suffer…

We are delighted to announce that the 5th in our series of local UK roadshow will be taking place on Friday 23rd June in Basildon, Essex. Only £10 including lunch (our members attend for free). Visit our autism events page for more details and to reserve your place.